Dove Cottage..You have arrived at your historical artist retreat which has all the charm and character of the perfect Carmel -by -the-Sea cottage getaway , located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Park your car and walk into town or to local trails and the beach. Your own fortress, the entire property is surrounded by a tall wood fence lending privacy, and perfect for pets. A neutral pallet throughout, the home is warm and cozy and has been updated with all the modern conveniences. The back yard is lush with ideally placed trees and plants, giving the feeling of being in a tree house. Enjoy your coffee while sitting on the deck, or light up the barbecue and have an alfresco meal. Dove Cottage is a wonderful retreat, and who knows, you might just get inspired and write your first book:-D
Property manager
Debra Buonaguidi
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Pets must be 50lbs or less. Pets must be well trained to include being potty trained and must be well behaved. A $150 per stay pet fee applies.
Weather may impact electricity and the internet connection.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Carmel
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Northeast Carmel, a neighbourhood in Carmel. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Fisherman's Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carmel Beach and Monterey Bay. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
What's nearby
Carmel Plaza - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Sunset Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Carmel Mission Basilica - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Pebble Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Monterey Station - 17 min drive
Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Vesuvio - 10 min walk
A W Shucks - 12 min walk
Patisserie Boissiere Restaurant & Patisserie - 13 min walk
Toro - 12 min walk
Little Swiss Cafe - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Carmel-by-the-Sea Cottage-Great Walking Location pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Carmel-by-the-Sea Cottage-Great Walking Location?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carmel-by-the-Sea Cottage-Great Walking Location?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Carmel-by-the-Sea Cottage-Great Walking Location located?
Located in Northeast Carmel, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Forest Theater Guild, 17-Mile Drive and Carmel Beach. Carmel Plaza and Galante Vineyards are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Nice 2 bedroom cottage. Very clean and well kept. Nice backyard for bbq. Around 12 minute walk to downtown. A little busy on Carpenter Street but not too bad.
Dove Cottage was a charming, welcoming and cutely decorated beach-themed home. Fastidiously clean upon our arrival. Well stocked kitchen with dishware/glassware, pots/pans and appliances. Comfortable beds. Large primary bathroom. Private, quiet, convenient location. Owners have thought of everything to ensure a comfortable stay. We very much enjoyed our month-long stay,
We love to escape Phoenix for a bit in the summer. A month in Carmel was like heaven. Cool weather. Beach nearby. Fabulous restaurants (all outside and dog-friendly for us.) We also enjoyed grilling on the deck. The cottage is so comfortable, the bed is great, as is the shower. And the fenced-in back yard was just perfect for our dog. The front courtyard is also fenced in and private.
My favorite thing was the morning fog in the trees. Just gorgeous.
We have one suggestion: get a shade of some kind for the window by the kitchen table. The sun can be pretty intense in late afternoon for a few hours.
Loved our month long visit. Walked to the beach every morning and into town for dinner most nights. The house was perfect for us and the fenced yard was great for our dog. Will definitely stay again.
This was my second extended stay at Dove Cottage. The size, decor, and location are perfect for me and Percy (canine). The property manager is available, if needed, and glad to assist.
I loved my stay at Dove Cottage! This is the second time I've stayed there, and it did not disappoint. The cottage is well equipped with everything I needed, and is walking distance to town. It's very quiet at night, and convenient to hiking, shopping and dining. I plan to return next year!
Thoroughly enjoyed Dove Cottage. Very comfortable beds and well appointed and supplied kitchen. We were able to enjoy lunch on the deck many days and, otherwise, were very comfortable at kitchen table. Although on a busier street, front patio with fire pit and fenced area were extremely enjoyable and peaceful.
My wife and I spent a month at Dove cottage. We love Carmel and the house was a cute little cottage. Extremely clean and the property manager was very good and helpful. I can’t say anything bad about the cottage except for the fact that it’s pretty far from the beach if you’re not able to walk.
I loved every minute of my stay at Dove Cottage. I needed a change of scenary from my "zoom cave" in Berkeley and this was just the answer! I spent the month of October working from the cottage and exploring in the evening and on the weekends. The cottage was very well stocked with everything I needed for a month away, and I thoroughly enoyed the location and proximity to hiking, beach walks and shops / restaurants. I will definitely return in the future and look forward to many more stays! The only thing that was not perfect was the dishwasher - it didn't thoroughly clean so I ended up washing the dishes by hand - very minor when taking everything else into consideration. Loved my stay and will definitely return! Thank you!
This is a terrific property. Charming cottage with all the necessary conveniences to make your stay comfortable. I would definitely recommend this property. My only criticism, and it's one I've often had in places we've stayed, the sofas in the living room weren't terribly comfortable. I think they're worn down from use. Fortunately, everything else was perfect.
This place was great! I stayed for a month in June. To get out of SF and quarantine closer to my family (but not with them 😉). The outdoor space was so peaceful & spacious. Very private, yet still a neighborhood feel. Easy walk to town and the beach. But removed from all the tourists. The house had everything I needed. And was very clean. The only thing I would wish for, is that there were more windows with screens. Because it’s lovely to have the fresh air, but you don’t want to let bugs or spiders in.
What a wonderful cottage in one of our favorite towns. Super well equipped, quiet and comfortable. Unfortunately we had to cut our stay short because of the coronavirus and return to Michigan. Look forward to spending time in Dove Cottage next year.
Dove Cottage is located in an ideal area of Carmel. Walking distance to downtown, restaurants and the beach.
Thank you Debra (Property Manager) for all your help!
Highly recommend. We will return!
Thanks for a great stay. The only issue we had was when we arrived at 9pm it was hard to find in the darkness and the person we were communicating with never responded after one message asking us when we were arriving . The next morning the agent managing the property contacted us by text but after apologizing for the dirty BBQ we never heard from her again and never heard from her even after we sent her a text to tell her we had left.
Upon our arrival, we did find that the BBQ was left quite dirty and was smoking because the base was covered in meat drippings. We cleaned it. Other than that everything was clean. They only have 6 plates and 6 large mugs that were also to be your bowls. So it’s not that well equipped but it worked. And it is a quite cute place about 1.3 miles walk from the beach. It has a cute backyard and front yard. The laundry is good and nice to have, but it is high and top loading so it’s hard to get your stuff out so I am surprised it isn’t front loading, given that it is raised intentionally to keep off the floor.
We felt lucky to find a place for 2 weeks given that most places in Carmel require a 30 day lease. So from that stand point it worked for us. I would have liked to be closer to the beach but it was a gorgeous walk and close to the town and to Monterey and the town of Carmel by car.
Martha G.
10/10 Excellent
Cathy H.
31 May 2019
Dove cottage
Awesome. Very comfortable. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Cathy H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
8 May 2019
Carmel Cozy
What a wonderful cottage! Comfy & cozy, with everything needed for a Carmel local feel for our stay. Highly recommend this place and we hope to return!
Tom M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
About the host
Hosted by Debra Buonaguidi
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests